Government Compliance/Cost Accounting Standards Analyst

23-Sep-2025

Finance/Accounting

10388BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Admin & Business Services

Discipline

Audit

Career Level

P4

Salary Range

$87,000 - $126,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Administrative and business services professionals provide various office and location support activities. They identify, enhance, and follow specific processes and procedures to maximize the efficiencies of the business to which the support is being provided, and ensure the correct functioning of facilities, office and/or business support services.

Discipline Description

Audit personnel develop, plan, and evaluate internal audit programs for the organization's accounting and statistical records and the activities of various departments to ensure compliance with the organization's policies, procedures, and standards. They identify and analyze potential sources of loss to minimize risk and estimate the potential financial consequences of an occurring loss. They determine proper accountability of assets, audit accounting records of contract agreements in which the organization is involved, prepares reports for management on the results of audits, providing recommendations on improvements, and they interface with and assists outside auditors to expedite their work. Audit personnel review the management systems and controls employed in programs and administrative areas to ensure adequacy; personnel determine reasonable assurance that the objectives of the systems are being accomplished and that these systems and controls are working effectively.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

The selected candidate will need to have an expert level working knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards as well as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The candidate will have proven experience negotiating complex FAR and CAS issues with government agencies and be responsible for the coordination of regulatory submissions. In addition, the candidate will have previous experience working with Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), Office of Inspector General (OIG), or other similar government auditing entity.

Other job responsibilities will include:
* Applies and analyzes accounting principles, practices, and procedures as they relate to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) to influence and provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
* Assists in preparation of SRNS's Cost Accounting Standard Board (CASB) Disclosure Statement.
* Assists with preparation and analysis of the Incurred Cost Submission.
* Functions at an advanced level by planning, organizing, and coordinating Government Compliance activities to meet established objectives and schedules.
* Maintain an effective level of communication with internal and external customers such as DOE/NNSA, various Government Auditors, SRNS Management, and Internal Audit on financial matters.
* Identifies and recommends process improvement activities. Participates in working groups and/or department/cross functional organization-wide projects; project planning, defining user requirements. May represent the department in external working groups.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or relevant field plus at least ten years of experience (YOE), OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least eight years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE)
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

We'd Also Like to See

8+ years of government contractor accounting compliance experience

Career Band

Professional

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
* Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
* Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
* May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

Requires specialized expertise in field/discipline acquired through significant years of experience, leading others to solve complex problems, working independently with guidance in only the most complex situations; may lead functional teams or projects.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

None

What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

31-Oct-2025